2009 BMW 550 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 13 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |