2001 BMW 320 vs. 2006 BMW 760
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 5 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 720 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 BMW 760 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 760 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |