2007 BMW 760 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 760 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
