2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 BMW 535
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (363 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 BMW 535. 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, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | S | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.8 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 | 1985 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
