2007 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
