1999 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 740 | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |