2006 BMW 760 vs. 1996 BMW 540
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 BMW 540. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1996 BMW 540 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 540 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
