2008 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.
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 S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 750. (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.8 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 | 1734 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
