2007 BMW 750 vs. 2012 BMW 528

To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 BMW 528. 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 2012 BMW 528
Make BMW BMW
Model 750 528
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2055 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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