2007 BMW 320 vs. 2005 BMW 760

To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2005 BMW 760
Make BMW BMW
Model 320 760
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 6128 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 438 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 602 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9 seconds 5.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 2210 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 13.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 88 L


 

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