2007 BMW 760 vs. 1989 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1989 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 BMW 730. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 730. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 730. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1989 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
