2006 BMW 760 vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 760 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 329 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 760 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
