2003 BMW 760 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 944 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 760 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 760 | G |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
