2001 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 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 202 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
