1994 BMW 750 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 18 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 22 more horse power than 2012 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 BMW 135. 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 135. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 750 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2659 mm |
