2007 BMW M5 vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 1987 BMW 750 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 750 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |