2007 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.4 L/100km |
