2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 655 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | S | Z4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 829 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |