2003 BMW 520 vs. 2005 BMW 760
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2005 BMW 760 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 760 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 6129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 20.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |