2002 BMW 760 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 2002 BMW 760 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 760 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 760 S
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 4266 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 438 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 601 Nm 401 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 84 mm
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.6 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2154 kg 1895 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 88 L


 

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