2009 Acura MDX vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 20 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, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 52 kg more than 1989 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 120 L |
