2007 BMW 760 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (362 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 760 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
