2000 BMW 528 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 BMW 528.
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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 528 | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
