1987 BMW 750 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | E |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
