2002 BMW 760 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 BMW 760. (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 760 | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.7 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 | 2094 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |