2006 BMW 760 vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 Ford Flex. 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, 2012 Ford Flex, 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 760 | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 760 | Flex |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |