2001 BMW 750 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2001 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
