2007 BMW 760 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 760 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 202 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 BMW 760.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 760 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
