2007 BMW M vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
