2001 BMW 320 vs. 2004 BMW 760
To start off, 2004 BMW 760 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2004 BMW 760 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 760 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 602 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |