2007 BMW M vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2007 BMW M and 2007 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 BMW M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
