2006 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2006 BMW 740. (303 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | Vision |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
