2008 BMW 535 vs. 2008 BMW 760
To start off, both 2008 BMW 535 and 2008 BMW 760 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535. 2008 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2008 BMW 760 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
