2006 BMW 550 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
