2008 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 328 and 1996 Mercedes-Benz S are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
