BMW 330d vs Mercedes-Benz S 320 CDI
| Category | S 320 CDI | BMW 330d (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 3.0 l V6 | 3.0 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 235 / 232 | 204 / 201 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 540 / 398 | 410 / 302 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1855 / 4090 | 1540 / 3395 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 127 / 125 | 132 / 131 |
Lap Times
| Track | S 320 CDI | BMW 330d (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Autozeitung test track | 1:55.20 | 1:54.40 |
Performance
| Category | S 320 CDI | BMW 330d (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 7.5 s | 7.2 s |
| Est. 0 - 60 mph | 7.0 s | 6.8 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 19.3 s | 18.0 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.8 s @ 78.3 mph | 10.6 s @ 79.5 mph |
| Est. 1/4 mile | 16.3 s @ 93.8 mph | 15.9 s @ 95.7 mph |
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 242 kph (150 mph) |
Summary
| Category | S 320 CDI | BMW 330d (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 98 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 93 | 100 |
| Overall | 96 | 100 |
Verdict
330d is the fastest by a small margin.
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