2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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 321 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 491 kg more than 2012 BMW 335. 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 593 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | S | 335 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 621 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2296 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
