2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2009 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |