2009 BMW 760 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 BMW 760. (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 772 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2009 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (551 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 760 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
