2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 681 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | S | 123 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 621 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 999 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2296 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |