2006 BMW 750 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. 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 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
