2008 BMW 760 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 760 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 1 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (439 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 BMW 760.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
