2001 BMW 750 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 BMW 750. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 321 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 750. (490 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3165 mm |
