2000 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 239 kg more than 2000 BMW 750.
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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 750 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5646 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 387 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |