2001 BMW 320 vs. 2005 BMW 760
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 4 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 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 630 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2005 BMW 760 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 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 Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
