1987 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (571 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | E |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |