2009 BMW 750 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |