1989 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |