2005 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 166 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
