2008 BMW 750 vs. 2006 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 BMW 118. 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, 2008 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 2006 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
