2007 BMW 760 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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 760 (600 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 760 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
