2007 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1036 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 819 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 118 | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |