1990 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 790 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | S |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 5784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
