2007 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1950 kg |
| 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 | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |
