1989 BMW 750 vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 24 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 635 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 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | X5 M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 85 L |
