2008 BMW 318 vs. 2010 BMW 760
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 885 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2010 BMW 760 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 760 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 535 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |