2007 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |