1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 400 | 750 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3071 mm |