1989 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 190 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | E |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| 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 | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
