2006 BMW 760 vs. 2006 BMW 525

To start off, both 2006 BMW 760 and 2006 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 224 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 760 2006 BMW 525
Make BMW BMW
Model 760 525
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 439 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.6 seconds 7.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2225 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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