1989 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 944 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.
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, 2012 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 750 | 57 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 110 L |