2001 BMW 745 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (378 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 745 | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
