2007 BMW 116 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 116 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
