2009 BMW 745 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 745.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 745 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
