1989 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | S | 525 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |