2006 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 BMW M3. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3165 mm |
