1989 BMW 750 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Prius |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |