2008 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 BMW 545. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 545 | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
