2002 BMW 760 vs. 2005 BMW 535
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2005 BMW 535. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 2005 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
