2009 BMW 135 vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1989 BMW 750 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 135 | 750 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 120 L |