Comparison BMW 7 Series L (E38) 740iL (286 Hp) Steptronic & Mercedes-Benz A-class Coupe (C169, facelift 2008) A 160 (95 Hp) Autotronic
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| Brand: | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | 7 Series | A-class |
| Generation: | 7 Series L (E38) | A-class Coupe (C169, facelift 2008) |
| Engine / modification: | 740iL (286 Hp) Steptronic | A 160 (95 Hp) Autotronic |
| Production start: | 1996 year | 2009 year |
| Production end: | 1998 year | 2010 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 3 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 19.5 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 9.3 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 13.0 l/100 km | |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.30 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 95 l | 54 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 | |
| Power: | 286 hp | 95 hp |
| Max power in: | 5700 rpm. | 5200 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.0 sec | 13.5 sec |
| Torque: | 420 Nm @ 3900 rpm. | 140 Nm @ 3500-4000 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | M 266.920 | |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | |
| Engine displacement: | 4398 cm3 | 1498 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 12.0 l | |
| Fuel System: | Multi-point injection | |
| Position of cylinders: | V engine | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | SOHC |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 2 |
| Compression ratio: | 10 | 11 |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.7 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Front wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 5 Steptronic | 7 Autotronic |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | |
| Length: | 5124 mm | 3883 mm |
| Width: | 1862 mm | 1764 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2040 mm | |
| Height: | 1425 mm | 1593 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 3070 mm | 2568 mm |
| Front track: | 1552 mm | 1556 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1568 mm | 1551 mm |
| Front overhang: | 675 mm | |
| Rear overhang: | 640 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 500 l | 435 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 1370 l | |
| Front suspension: | Wishbone | McPherson |
| Rear suspension: | Inclined Lever | Helical spring |
| Max weight: | 2410 kg | 1740 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Rear brakes: | Disc | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1875 kg | 1170 kg |
| ABS: | yes | |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Electric Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 50 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.2 m | 10.95 m |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 595 kg | |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg | |
| Tire size: | 235/60 R16 | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size: | R16 | 6J x 15 |