2009 BMW 760 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 BMW 740. 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, 2009 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 760 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 760 | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5971 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |