2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | S | 550 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5512 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |