1999 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 750 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 BMW 750. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 733 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 CLS (631 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 750. (490 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 750. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
