2001 BMW L7 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 109 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 50 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | L7 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
