2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Convertible | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
