2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 BMW 750.
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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | R | 750 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |