1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | S | 525 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5985 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |