2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | R | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
