2005 BMW 760 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 760 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
