2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2012 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 530 kg more than 2012 BMW 135. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | S | 135 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
