2008 BMW 523 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 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. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 504 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 523 | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |