1989 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 22 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 291 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | S |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |