2009 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (301 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 20 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
