2007 BMW 323 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4266 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
