1999 BMW 740 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
