2006 BMW 760 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 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 299 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 BMW 760.

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, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 760 2008 Nissan Sentra
Make BMW Nissan
Model 760 Sentra
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 439 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 199 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2225 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 55 L


 

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