1989 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | C |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |
