2008 BMW 760 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 760.
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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 760 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 760 | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |