2008 BMW 525 vs. 2005 BMW 760
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2005 BMW 760 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 438 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
