1991 BMW 8 Series vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560-Class
In comparing the 1991 BMW 8 Series's and the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560-Class's specifications and ratings, the 1991 BMW 8 Series has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560-Class has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1991 BMW 8 Series's and the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560-Class's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1991 BMW 8 Series’s base engine makes 296 horsepower, and the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560-Class base engine makes 238 horsepower. The 8 Series is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 391 miles. The 560-Class is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 368 miles.This gives the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1991 BMW 8 Series the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17999 - 45700
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.472029
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
BMW 8 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz 560-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW 8 Series Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
28 out of / 33Mercedes-Benz 560-Class Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1991 BMW 8 Series Trim Levels
850i
1991 Mercedes-Benz 560-Class Trim Levels
560 SEC, 560 SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
296 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
332 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
238 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
287 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
12
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 17 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
253 / 391 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 16 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
276 / 368 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4123 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
52.8 inches
Length:
188.2 inches
Wheelbase:
105.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3915 lbs
Width:
72 inches
Height:
55 inches
Length:
199.2 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available