2009 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 370 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 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |