2007 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |