2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz E (571 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
