1993 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. (165 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
