2001 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 745 | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
