1989 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 22 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 750 | Q7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |