2005 BMW 748 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2005 BMW 748 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 748. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 748 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |
