2009 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 750 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 175 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 628 kg more than 2009 BMW 750.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |