1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2006 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 389 kg more than 2006 BMW 316. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2006 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | S | 316 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
