2003 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 530 | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
