2013 BMW 7 Series vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, both 2013 BMW 7 Series and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 22 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 BMW 7 Series | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 7 Series | M |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4395 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0 :1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2152 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5074 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2134 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2915 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |