1996 BMW 540 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 BMW 540. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 540 | S |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |