2008 BMW 760 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. 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 186 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. 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 760 (600 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (301 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330. 2008 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 330 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 760 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.6 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 | 2105 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
