1999 BMW 7 Series vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
When we compare the 1999 BMW 7 Series's and the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 1999 BMW 7 Series has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 1999 BMW 7 Series's and the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the 1999 BMW 7 Series.
1999 BMW 7 Series vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1999 BMW 7 Series loses 61.5 percent of its value and the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class retains 4.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1999 BMW 7 Series.
1999 BMW 7 Series vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 7 Series is 7.5 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW 7 Series being ranked 11 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
1999 BMW 7 Series vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 7 Series is 8.1 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 7 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1999 BMW 7 Series’s base engine makes 282 horsepower, and the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 174 horsepower. The 7 Series is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 484 miles. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 672 miles. This gives the 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1999 BMW 7 Series. The 7 Series uses gasoline, and the E-Class uses diesel.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.614739
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2477 - 14140
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
BMW 7 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.473464 / 10
Reliability:
8.146927 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.463176 / 10
Reliability:
8.489528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 7 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
1999 BMW 7 Series Trim Levels
740i, 740iL, 750iL
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
E 300TD, E 320, E 320 4MATIC, E 430, E 55 AMG
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
282 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
324 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
174 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
244 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
483 / 672 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Diesel
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
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:
Not yet available
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:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4255 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
196.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3691 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
189.4 inches
Wheelbase:
111.5 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:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available