2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | S | 330 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
