2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 BMW 760
To start off, 2011 BMW 760 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 760 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 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, 2011 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2011 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 535 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
