Which is better: 2001 BMW 750iL or 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG?

It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2001 BMW 750iL vs 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.

Which costs less: 2001 BMW 750iL or 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG?

Based on starting MSRP, the 2001 BMW 750iL starts lower at $92,100.

Which has better startingMsrp: 2001 BMW 750iL or 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG?

The 2001 BMW 750iL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (92,100).

Which has better combinedMpg: 2001 BMW 750iL or 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG?

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).

Which has better horsepower: 2001 BMW 750iL or 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG?

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG leads on horsepower in this comparison (493).

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BMW 750iL vs Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

2001 BMW 750iL

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2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG

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Overview

Spec	BMW 750iL750iL	Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG
Selected trim	750iL	S55 AMG
Body style	Sedan	Sedan
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
Transmission	5-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Engine type	gas	gas
Model year	2001	2006

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW 750iL750iL	Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG
MSRP	$92,100 (best)	$114,150
For sale now	0	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	BMW 750iL750iL	Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG
Combined MPG	14 MPG	16 MPG (best)
City MPG	12 MPG	13 MPG (best)
Highway MPG	18 MPG	20 MPG (best)
Fuel tank	25.1 gal (best)	23.2 gal

Performance

Spec	BMW 750iL750iL	Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG
Horsepower	326 hp	493 hp (best)
Torque	361 lb-ft	516 lb-ft (best)
Engine size	5.4 L	5.4 L
Cylinders	V12	V8

Size & capability

Spec	BMW 750iL750iL	Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	4
Cargo volume	—	15.4 cu ft (best)
Curb weight	4,597 lbs	4,300 lbs (best)
Wheelbase	120.9 in	121.5 in (best)
Length	201.7 in	203.3 in (best)
Width	73.3 in (best)	73 in
Height	56.1 in	57.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW 750iL750iL	Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG
Open recalls (YMM scope)	3	None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

Trim	BMW 750iL	Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG
1	750iL $92,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)	S55 AMG $114,150 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	750iL Protection $124,400 MSRP	—

Trim

BMW 750iL

Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG

750iL

$92,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S55 AMG

$114,150 MSRP(Currently comparing)

750iL Protection

$124,400 MSRP

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BMW 750iL vs Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG FAQ

Which is better: 2001 BMW 750iL or 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG?: It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2001 BMW 750iL vs 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2001 BMW 750iL or 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG?: Based on starting MSRP, the 2001 BMW 750iL starts lower at $92,100.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2001 BMW 750iL or 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG?: The 2001 BMW 750iL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (92,100).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2001 BMW 750iL or 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG?: The 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
Which has better horsepower: 2001 BMW 750iL or 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG?: The 2006 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG leads on horsepower in this comparison (493).