2007 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |
