2005 BMW 330 vs. 2006 BMW 760
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2006 BMW 760 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 760 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |