2005 BMW 760 vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Spyker C8. (395 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2001 Spyker C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8. 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Spyker C8. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Spyker C8. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2001 Spyker C8 has manual transmission. 2001 Spyker C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | BMW | Spyker |
| Model | 760 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
