2000 BMW 750 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 750 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 186 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 310 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (500 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 750 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 750 S
Year Released 2000 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5646 cc 3221 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 387 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 500 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
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 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 88 L