2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 4 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 328 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 390 kg more than 2011 BMW 520. 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 (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | S | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5512 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |