2008 BMW 528 vs. 2004 BMW 760
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2008 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2008 BMW 528. 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (271 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528. 2004 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 2004 BMW 760 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
