2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bizzarrini GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bizzarrini GTS would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Bizzarrini GTS. (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Bizzarrini GTS.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bizzarrini GTS. (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bizzarrini GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTS | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3165 mm |
