1996 BMW 540 vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 BMW 540. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 540 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 540 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
