2005 BMW 740 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (297 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 740 | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |