2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna, 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2012 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 760 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
