1989 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 23 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.

Compare all specifications:

1989 BMW 750 2012 Infiniti EX
Make BMW Infiniti
Model 750 EX
Year Released 1989 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 295 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 5200 RPM
Top Speed 244 km/hour 240 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 76 L


 

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