2007 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (356 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 625 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M6. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
