1994 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 234 kg more than 1994 BMW 750.
Because 1994 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 1994 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan, 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 750 | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |
