1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 12 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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 (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | S | 118 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
