1995 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | S | M3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
