1994 BMW 750 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 BMW 750. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 750. (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | S |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |