2009 BMW 116 vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 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, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 116 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:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1989 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 116 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 120 L |
