2007 BMW 550 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
