1994 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740.
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 S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5980 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
