Mercedes S class engine produces 9 HP more power than BMW 7 series, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite the higher power, Mercedes S class reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.9
5.7
Mercedes S class consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 7 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes S class could require 30 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
78 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1180 km in combined cycle
1360 km in combined cycle
1370 km on highway
1500 km on highway
BMW 7 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Dimensions
Length:
5.12 m
5.12 m
Width:
1.90 m
1.90 m
Height:
1.50 m
1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes S class and BMW 7 series are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
510 litres
515 litres
Mercedes S class has 5 litres less trunk space than the BMW 7 series.