2008 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 750 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 BMW 750. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
