2007 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1611 more horse power than 2007 BMW 750. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2007 BMW 750 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 2007 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 750 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |