2005 BMW 760 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 7 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 38 more horse power than 2012 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 BMW 550. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 760. (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 760 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 760 | 550 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6129 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |