1989 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 924 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 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 98 L |
