2001 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2001 BMW 740 and 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 268 kg more than 2001 BMW 740.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (344 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | ML |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
