2008 BMW X3 vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 21 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 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1987 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 120 L |
