2008 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (242 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 650 | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |