2008 BMW 335 vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1989 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |
