2005 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 730 | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4090 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |