2006 BMW 760 vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 6 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, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 BMW 760. (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 760.
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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 2012 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1455 mm |
