2009 BMW 750 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model 750 Belmont
Year Released 2009 1987
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 363 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2530 mm


 

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