1989 BMW 750 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 BMW 750. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 88 L |
