2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Convertible | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Convertible | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |