1989 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 67 L |
