2002 BMW 760 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 9 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 56 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 361 kg more than 2002 BMW 760.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 760 | GL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
