2008 BMW 750 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 BMW 750. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 750 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |