2009 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2009 BMW 740 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
