2006 BMW 750 vs. 1998 BMW 729
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 729. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 729 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 BMW 729. 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, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 729. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 729.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 750 | 1998 BMW 729 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 750 | 729 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2940 mm |