BMW 5 series engine produces 7 HP less power than Mercedes S class, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Mercedes S class. Despite less power, BMW 5 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.0
9.7
The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 5 series consumes 2.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes S class, which means that by driving the BMW 5 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 405 litres of fuel.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes S class engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
10 years
13 years
Engine spread:
Used also on BMW 3 sērija
Used also on Mercedes G klase
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes S class might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.72 m
5.11 m
Width:
1.75 m
1.89 m
Height:
1.41 m
1.49 m
BMW 5 series is smaller. BMW 5 series is 39 cm shorter than the Mercedes S class, 14 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 5 series is 8 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
460 litres
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Turning diameter:
11 meters
12.1 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 1.1 metres less than that of the Mercedes S class, which means BMW 5 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
