2007 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 BMW 750. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 750 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |