2001 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 745 | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |