2012 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz S and 2012 BMW 116 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 820 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | S | 116 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |