2008 BMW 750 vs. 2008 BMW 320

To start off, both 2008 BMW 750 and 2008 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 199 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 750 2008 BMW 320
Make BMW BMW
Model 750 320
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3499 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 241 km/hour 221 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1734 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 60 L