2007 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 750 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 BMW 750. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 750. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
