2008 BMW 130 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 130 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
