2001 BMW 750 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 BMW 750. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2001 BMW 750. 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 750 (490 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3150 mm |
