2001 BMW L7 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. (218 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
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 L7 (350 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. (306 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | L7 | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1595 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
