BMW 760Li & 760i Revealed with Newly Developed 6-Liter V12 Twin Turbo Engine

hanmust · 10th April 2009, 18:56

Features 400 kW (544 hp) and 750 Nm (553 lb-ft) of torque

BMW has officially unveiled their new 760i and 760Li which are powered by a brand new twin-turbo V12 that produces 400 kW (544 hp) and 750 Nm (553 lb-ft) of torque. Directly aimed at the 5.5-liter biturbo V12 Mercedes S600 with 380 kW (517 hp) and 829 Nm (612 lb-ft) of torque, the new BMW 760's have more horsepower but less torque.

The new all-aluminum 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 was designed from the ground up and features the latest technology such as high precision fuel injection, infinite double-VANOS camshaft adjustment, and a volume flow-controlled oil pump. BMW went to great length to specifically design the two exhaust gas turbochargers so they would provide unparalleled power and performance worthy of the wealthy owners who typically flock to this high-end model. Despite the fact that the car boasts more power than its predecessor, the new 760i actually features a 4.5 percent increase in fuel economy for an estimated rating of 12.9L/100km (21.9mpg UK / 18.2mpg US). In the terms of performance, 0-100 km/h comes in just 4.6 seconds while the top speed is limited to 250 km/h (155 mph).

Power flows to the rear wheels through a newly developed eight-speed automatic transmission that was designed to provide maximum gearshift comfort, sportiness and efficiency. By partnering with transmission specialist ZF, BMW was able to find a way to allow the car to use its highest gear at reduced engine speeds for improved fuel economy and smoothness.

Exterior styling differences between the 760i and 750i are minor but include the addition of V12 badges, a slightly revised grille, unique 19-inch light-alloy wheels, and special dual exhaust tips. Interior changes include new stainless-steel door guards with illumination, a leather wrapped instrument panel, an alcantara lined roof, and exclusive burr walnut wood trim.

As BMW's flagship model, the new 760's boast a high level of performance driving equipment such as dynamic damping control, dynamic driving control, speed sensitive steering, an air suspension, and the dynamic drive anti-roll stability system. Luxury features include GPS navigation, four-zone climate control, automatic soft close doors, cruise control with automatic braking, and park distance control. On the options list there is active cruise control, a night vision system with pedestrian detection, a heads-up display, a rearview camera, and high-beam assistant.

Source: BMW Media Club & http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090409.009/bmw-760li-760i-revealed-with-newly-developed-6-liter-v12-twin-turbo-engine

Akshay1234 · 10th April 2009, 21:46

wow i had thought the 750 was going to be the biggest and they had stopped making v12s. i bet well see quite a few of these in india.

1orren1 · 14th April 2009, 18:40

Thought BMW was going to left out in the V12 race... now where is that Alpina !!

cooldude1988765 · 14th April 2009, 18:44

Great engines.
Wish they had a diesel that can pull off a sub 5 second 0-100.

FlyingSpur · 16th April 2009, 12:07

Exterior shade. Perfect. Interior shades. Perfect.

And it's a V12.

Sigh.

Nitin · 16th April 2009, 21:26

I happened to see a 740Li today, and I loved the road presence this car had.Cosmetically identical to the 760Li, I believe. Amazing how much power is available on tap, and the mileage ain't bad at all!

hanmust · 9th July 2009, 18:55

Beautiful TV Commercials of new 7-Series:

YouTube - BMW 7 Series Commercial

YouTube - BMW 7er

sanjayatarizona · 9th July 2009, 18:58

Aah.

The New 7's are to die for. Great car to be chaufferred in and also to thrash around if you are in the mood for it...

Abbas · 9th July 2009, 19:25

Wow man !!! superb looking machine. Specially love the gear lever. Looks so sci-fi .

9th July 2009, 19:39

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Originally Posted by cooldude1988765

Great engines.
Wish they had a diesel that can pull off a sub 5 second 0-100.

Take no offense but I am sure a person with so much money can definately afford Petrol

I still have to yet understand why would a person paying 70-80 lakhs for a car in India opts for Diesel!! its a waste of money buying diesel in such cars.

desideep · 9th July 2009, 20:14

I dont see how is it a waste of money the Diesel is going to run as good as petrol with a little bit of lag thats all may be. and would be more efficient

cooldude1988765 · 9th July 2009, 20:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by D-Man

Take no offense but I am sure a person with so much money can definately afford Petrol

I still have to yet understand why would a person paying 70-80 lakhs for a car in India opts for Diesel!! its a waste of money buying diesel in such cars.

The main factor is resale. The petrols have a terrible resale value.

Nitin · 9th July 2009, 20:31

Is there really a big difference in petrol & diesel engines these days? With the kind of developments we see, we'r probbaly looking at a very very small difference in performance,IMO.
I like the way BMW makes these changes to their models, giving them quite a refreshed look everytime a new version is released. (but it'll still be the non-bangled version for me, please! )

ajmat · 9th July 2009, 21:47

Another factor is that you get diesel everywhere. 97 oct is only in the big city

10th July 2009, 10:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by desideep

a little bit of lag thats all may be.

Agreed! and its just me who would not want to compromise when i have shelled out 50-60 lakhs or more

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooldude1988765

The main factor is resale. The petrols have a terrible resale value.

Don't you think all luxury cars have a terrible resale value? Also I haven't purchased a 50-60 lakh car in India so don't know the mind set of such a buyer. I would though doubt a buyer with such monetary potential would be counting resale values at that moment. I guess some one in tbhp who owns such a luxury car can pitch in

Quote:

Originally Posted by ajmat

Another factor is that you get diesel everywhere. 97 oct is only in the big city

Definately! agree with you on this one.

10th April 2009, 18:56	#1
hanmust Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Calicut Posts: 2,481 Thanked: 262 Times View My Garage	BMW 760Li & 760i Revealed with Newly Developed 6-Liter V12 Twin Turbo Engine Features 400 kW (544 hp) and 750 Nm (553 lb-ft) of torque BMW has officially unveiled their new 760i and 760Li which are powered by a brand new twin-turbo V12 that produces 400 kW (544 hp) and 750 Nm (553 lb-ft) of torque. Directly aimed at the 5.5-liter biturbo V12 Mercedes S600 with 380 kW (517 hp) and 829 Nm (612 lb-ft) of torque, the new BMW 760's have more horsepower but less torque. The new all-aluminum 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 was designed from the ground up and features the latest technology such as high precision fuel injection, infinite double-VANOS camshaft adjustment, and a volume flow-controlled oil pump. BMW went to great length to specifically design the two exhaust gas turbochargers so they would provide unparalleled power and performance worthy of the wealthy owners who typically flock to this high-end model. Despite the fact that the car boasts more power than its predecessor, the new 760i actually features a 4.5 percent increase in fuel economy for an estimated rating of 12.9L/100km (21.9mpg UK / 18.2mpg US). In the terms of performance, 0-100 km/h comes in just 4.6 seconds while the top speed is limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). Power flows to the rear wheels through a newly developed eight-speed automatic transmission that was designed to provide maximum gearshift comfort, sportiness and efficiency. By partnering with transmission specialist ZF, BMW was able to find a way to allow the car to use its highest gear at reduced engine speeds for improved fuel economy and smoothness. Exterior styling differences between the 760i and 750i are minor but include the addition of V12 badges, a slightly revised grille, unique 19-inch light-alloy wheels, and special dual exhaust tips. Interior changes include new stainless-steel door guards with illumination, a leather wrapped instrument panel, an alcantara lined roof, and exclusive burr walnut wood trim. As BMW's flagship model, the new 760's boast a high level of performance driving equipment such as dynamic damping control, dynamic driving control, speed sensitive steering, an air suspension, and the dynamic drive anti-roll stability system. Luxury features include GPS navigation, four-zone climate control, automatic soft close doors, cruise control with automatic braking, and park distance control. On the options list there is active cruise control, a night vision system with pedestrian detection, a heads-up display, a rearview camera, and high-beam assistant. Source: BMW Media Club & http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090409.009/bmw-760li-760i-revealed-with-newly-developed-6-liter-v12-twin-turbo-engine Attached Thumbnails
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Akshay1234 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 10,265 Thanked: 12,317 Times	wow i had thought the 750 was going to be the biggest and they had stopped making v12s. i bet well see quite a few of these in india.
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1orren1 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 75 Thanked: Once	Thought BMW was going to left out in the V12 race... now where is that Alpina !!
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14th April 2009, 18:44	#4
cooldude1988765 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,042 Thanked: 194 Times	Great engines. Wish they had a diesel that can pull off a sub 5 second 0-100.
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16th April 2009, 12:07	#5
FlyingSpur Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,934 Thanked: 1,422 Times View My Garage	Exterior shade. Perfect. Interior shades. Perfect. And it's a V12. Sigh.
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16th April 2009, 21:26	#6
Nitin Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 3,294 Thanked: 20 Times View My Garage	I happened to see a 740Li today, and I loved the road presence this car had.Cosmetically identical to the 760Li, I believe. Amazing how much power is available on tap, and the mileage ain't bad at all!
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9th July 2009, 18:58	#8
sanjayatarizona BHPian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: "God's own Shaap" Posts: 354 Thanked: 10 Times	Aah. The New 7's are to die for. Great car to be chaufferred in and also to thrash around if you are in the mood for it...
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9th July 2009, 19:25	#9
Abbas BHPian Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Visakhapatnam Posts: 465 Thanked: 544 Times View My Garage	Wow man !!! superb looking machine. Specially love the gear lever. Looks so sci-fi .
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9th July 2009, 20:14	#11
desideep Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Adelaide Posts: 1,159 Thanked: 318 Times View My Garage	I dont see how is it a waste of money the Diesel is going to run as good as petrol with a little bit of lag thats all may be. and would be more efficient
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9th July 2009, 20:31	#13
Nitin Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 3,294 Thanked: 20 Times View My Garage	Is there really a big difference in petrol & diesel engines these days? With the kind of developments we see, we'r probbaly looking at a very very small difference in performance,IMO. I like the way BMW makes these changes to their models, giving them quite a refreshed look everytime a new version is released. (but it'll still be the non-bangled version for me, please! )
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9th July 2009, 21:47	#14
ajmat Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 14,860 Thanked: 27,951 Times View My Garage	Another factor is that you get diesel everywhere. 97 oct is only in the big city
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