2003 BMW 760 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 10 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 129 more horse power than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2003 BMW 760.
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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 760 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 760 | ActiveHybrid 7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |