1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. 1996 BMW 7 Series
In comparing the 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class's and the 1996 BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 1996 BMW 7 Series has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and 1996 BMW 7 Series have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class's and the 1996 BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a better car than the 1996 BMW 7 Series.
1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. 1996 BMW 7 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class loses 54.6 percent of its value and the 1996 BMW 7 Series loses 61.5 percent of its value. This means the 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class retains 6.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1996 BMW 7 Series.
1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. 1996 BMW 7 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is 7.8 out of 10 while the BMW 7 Series' quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class being ranked 8 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the BMW 7 Series being ranked 11 out of 24.
1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. 1996 BMW 7 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is 8.3 out of 10. For the BMW 7 Series the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz S-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 7 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the 1996 BMW 7 Series base engine makes 282 horsepower. Both the S-Class and the 7 Series are rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 572 and 484 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3999 - 18967
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.546396
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.614739
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.785683 / 10
Reliability:
8.271366 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 7 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.473464 / 10
Reliability:
8.146927 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 24BMW 7 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
1996 BMW 7 Series Trim Levels
740iL, 750iL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
232 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
282 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 572 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4480 lbs
Width:
74.3 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
201.3 inches
Wheelbase:
119.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4288 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
201.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available