1995 BMW 840 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1995 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 BMW 840. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 840 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 840 | S |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |