1999 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 7 kg more than 1999 BMW 750.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3100 mm |
