2007 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 464 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |