2005 BMW 760 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 760 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 760 | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6129 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.9 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 | 2160 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |