2007 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2007 BMW 328 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
