BMW X7 M60i v M50d: DRAG RACE

How much quicker is petrol than diesel?

Well to find out, we’ve got our hands on the most powerful petrol & diesel BMW X7s to see just how different they really are! So let’s check out the stats…

Starting with the M50d, it’s packing a 3-litre straight-six diesel under the bonnet that can produce 400hp and 760Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox, and it tips the scales at 2,460kg. If you’re looking to pick one of these up now, it’ll cost around £88,000.

Then we have the X7 M60i. It’s housing an enormous 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 under the bonnet, and this can put down 530hp and 750Nm. It’s a fair bit heavier than the M50d, coming in at 2,675kg, and it’s also a whole lot more expensive, costing around £130,000!

So the petrol-powered X7 has more power, but will the weight difference prove decisive? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!

Thanks to everyone who lent us cars for this video:
- M60i: @wam_barn

[Alaatin]

The non facelift Bmw X7 is a beautiful luxury 7 seater imo

[Under_Construction]

Loving the pre-facelift face but I've gotta admit, the split headlamps work better for me in the X7 than the 7 series.

[ergunyuksel]

Man those M50d's are just insane. Too bad we won't get cars like these anymore

[kevingabriel]

Such a humble guy. We need more videos with Tom

[zeedustrakok]

A purple X7. What’s not to dislike. It does show how impressive BMW’s 3L diesel is.

[Dalbayob]

So the M60i is £130k but he got it second hand for £100k and it’s on 23 reg plate. Feel sorry for the first owner who lost £30k in less than a year🤦‍♂️ .

[Eric-qius]

this is like my first time seeing someone use an SUV as it's intended to. Loved all the people in the car and it put a smile on my face just seeing them so happy and having fun. Looking forward to these.

[rbsm]

In the beginning I didn't like it, but now i'm starting to like the new X7. Am I crazy?

[mrnicktoyou]

I like Tom's attitude and he has a friendly demeanour.

[AlzhinSon]

Pre-lci front with lci back would be perfect

[Mrstonks]

This purple paint on the new X7 is just mad, love it

[jaybomb]

Lmao Matt jumped the ever living hell out of that 1st start😂😂😂😂
Also never knew that much weight made such a difference 😂

[leeworldwide]

The look on Matt's face when losing 😂😂 love it...

[racscar.]

Matt doesn't like seeing a pair of tail lights 😂😂

[frederikmeire]

a race between the X5 50e, XC90T8, cayenne ehybrid, GLE350e, Q7 hybrid. would be very interesting to see.

[selormonray]

0:30 The carwow logo and the wheels match 😅

[ashedkins]

Can we have a Carwow 1/4 mile leader board please! Collate all these awesome drag races and give us all some reference for different machines

[sofyanprayudi]

I like seeing Mat's face when he loses, it's very cute 😄😄

[ilketama]

This diesel vs 40i would be interesting match up

[alangarner]

WOW, Mat actually drove the slower vehicle!! Didn't smile much either. 😂