2009 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP) has 319 more horse power than 2009 BMW 740. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 621 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1945 kg | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
