2009 BMW 760 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 269 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 760 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 760 Jetta
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5971 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 439 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4557 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 55 L


 

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