2009 BMW 760 vs. 1993 BMW 856
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 BMW 856. (376 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 856. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 BMW 856. 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, 2009 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 856. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 856. 2009 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 856 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 856 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 1993 BMW 856 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 856 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 5576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
