2005 BMW 748 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (286 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
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 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 748 | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3150 mm |