2008 BMW 635 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 BMW 635 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 635.
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, 2008 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 635 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 635 | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |