2009 Acura MDX vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 22 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, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1987 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 120 L |
