2012 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | S | 525 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 536 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 799 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |