2007 BMW 530 vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1987 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
