2004 BMW 760 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (370 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 760 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 760 | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
