1994 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 19 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1994 BMW 750. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 750. (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 750. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 BMW 750 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | SLS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 575 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1261 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |