Comments on: BMW or Mercedes-Benz? Who is beating who?

By: ata

ata — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 15:25:34 +0000

ass hole mother……

By: Neo Utopia

Neo Utopia — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:47:23 +0000

Personally I think BMWs look more modern, dynamic and slightly better quality than Mercedes-Benzs. BMWs interiors have limited shinny materials (comparable benchmark setting Audis) and give the appearance of modernism and dynamism rather than just an Autobahn turing ambiance. Also, I think the word ‘BMW’ is much more palatable to say out in public rather than Mercedes-Benz, just like people prefer not to use the word Volkswagen, instead preferring to use the term VeeDub because it sounds less ‘German,’ interesting psychology isn’t it?

By: Fred119

Fred119 — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:42:58 +0000

I have had a couple of BMW’s. A 118d and most recently a 320d. Absolutley fantastic vehicles, powerful, torquey, quiet, efficient and reliable. The 1 series looks abit daft but the 3 series was everything a BMW should be. It is the best.

I got an E320 CDI now. Might not be as fun to drive. Might not look as exiciting or different or unique as the beemers. But when it comes to pure engineering,power,and image/class, Nothing can beat it. It is so perfectly crafted and well rounded. It kills the BMW’s hands down. And dont say it’s an old mans car (I know what you guys are like) at 500nm of toque and carpet like ride and almost spookily silent ambience it ploughs through the highway like a knife through butter. whereas beemers can get jiggy and firm. And considering iam only 26, I dont have any competitors my age. Nobody my age can afford an E320 CDI. I’am a proud owner, even if people think I’am an old grey pensioner.

By: C200K

C200K — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:13:31 +0000

Eeeew!!!! Why is the Anti-spam word for this forum “holden”???
Anyway, let’s compare the specs shall we:
BMW 320i = 105KW
Mercedes Benz C200K = 120KW
Both these cars are targeted at youngsters. Why in your right mind would you choose a BMW? is it so you can hear the BMW engine roar while you wave goodbye to the Merc that just overtook you?
MB rules, not just performance but prestige and class.

By: Frugal One

Frugal One — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:46:29 +0000

LEXUS, by miles….

Cheers

F-0

By: W321

W321 — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 14:43:57 +0000

You are right Bavarian Missile…

I’m older than guys my age… But then I’ve been in love with Mercedes-Benz ever since I was 4 so how old does that make me??? Hmmm……

By: Bavarian Missile

Bavarian Missile — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:49:13 +0000

Hangon,where is Godspeed hes your age and knows what Im talking about……………whoops I don’t think he posts here anymore cause of Dingo!

By: Bavarian Missile

Bavarian Missile — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:47:09 +0000

W321 Your old before your time if you like Mercs………old peoples cars.hehehehe

Why do Mercs get more respect in your books at 26? Most at your age are Audi or BMW !

Catwoman knows what shes talking about,having a Dingo moment sorry!Not sure of my identity.

By: W321

W321 — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:20:44 +0000

I’m 26 and can’t stand Bavarian vehicles. Don’t get me wrong. They are great to look at and some of my closest friends worship them. But at the end of the day, cars from Stuttgart get more RESPECT!!!

By: WomanRider

WomanRider — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 19:19:03 +0000

I love my Mercedes Benz E-350, and prefer it over BMW. The only vehicle that I would consider driving from BMW is the 745i. Besides that vehicle, the other ones look like crap. However, I can probably agree that Mercedes Benz is for the older group. I am a very old 28 year old :)

By: Catwoman

Catwoman — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 23:18:12 +0000

mmmmmmm,Hydarnes, You have just ordered one ! Is it your first? I too at 22 had a Merc 300CE,beautiful car but……..boring to drive.You just don’t get that drivers feel like you do with BMW . AMG kit on it will look great but if you have owned BMWs before you will notice a big difference in how big a smile it puts on your face when you rev it and push it to its limits,MERCs too quiet I love to hear the sound of BMWs hard reving engines ,they let you know your alive!Hope you order a manual at least cause you may fall asleep………hahaha just kidding.

By: hydarnes

hydarnes — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:25:37 +0000

The whole idea that only old people drive mercedes is rubbish. The only reason why mostly older people have them is because they are pricier cars (more older people drive BMW’s as well). I’m 22 and I just ordered an 2009 SLK with AMG package. Not an old person’s car at all.

BMWs are great looking vehicles, don’t get me wrong, but they cannot compare with the look of the benz. The MB’s are sportier and sleeker looking, while the bmw is less attention-grabbing and more boxy.

By: lisa snowdon and george clooney

lisa snowdon and george clooney — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 17:13:27 +0000

lisa snowdon and george clooney…

Thanks for the nice read, keep up the interesting posts…..

By: Evelyn

Evelyn — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 12:41:36 +0000

I personally think that Merc’s are more refined cars, pretty much for older folk (that depends on the individual though). However the BMW is a sassy, sexy car. Had a C Class Merc and an M Series BMW and the BMW is just too sexy.

By: Wezi

Wezi — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 12:50:09 +0000

It’s not just a car it’s Mercedes-Benz.

AMEN!!!

By: Saurabh

Saurabh — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 00:14:16 +0000

I like Mec , overall they got mclaren1 cost $500,000 , which is bmw not even close to it and i dont think bmw can even go that far. You get what you pay. i agree that bm is youngester car mc is for old, but bm is just other car but mc is a rich and reputation car. It’s not just a car it’s Mercedes-Benz.

By: Jacques

Jacques — Sat, 08 Dec 2007 11:35:26 +0000

All car manufactures go through bad patches, be it design, qaulity or engineering issues, yet what counts is that they can respond to these with upgrades or new models that adress these. Both mercedes and bmw have had their problems recently, with mercedes allowing their quality to degenerate and bmw approving some doubtfull designs. If you are a fan of either brand, it helps to find consolation when things go south to look at the company’s history.

I have tremendous respect for mercedes, as I have ownwd quite a few second hand models, mostly older than 10 years, some even as old as 25. What really impressed me is their solidity and comfort. Although I cannot claim to never have had any problems, in general I was satisfied with their reliability, but mostly what makes them so special is that they tend to age gracefully, unlike the avarage bmw’s. Bmw also have some classic models, but the ones we see daily become very pedestrian after a couple of years.

Of course if you buy a new car every 5 years, this won’t be much of an issue, but for those of us picking up the discarded ones, a very different picture immerges. The people buying second hand bmw’s tend to tarnish the image of the brand, while those who choose merc’s tend to boost their own.

I have every confidence in both brands serving the needs of their followers for years to come, but if looking at history tells us anything, it is that mercedes has that special qaulity of gravitas over its main rival.

By: Matumbo

Matumbo — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 04:18:25 +0000

when i lived in Africa all we drove was the Merc, nice car breaks down more often than not, Moved to Germany and drove the bmw more power, sturdy, and overall good car the bmw tends to ride alitte stiff but thats because there are build for performance, however the 5 and 7 seriers ride very smooth for the most part. And before i pick a merc i would rather go Lexus. Love my BMW

By: youssef flour

youssef flour — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 13:29:26 +0000

I want to buy a Mercedes-benz car

By: Bavarian Missile

Bavarian Missile — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 05:27:13 +0000

Cougars would be better driving a Bimmer if looking for a younger guy.Lol

Hey Joel I was only 22 when we got our first Merc ,320 CE it was new ,and you felt old in it , I had already had 3 Bimmers before that so I I know where your coming from.
It was too quiet for my liking, no engine noise to be heard .

Now in my 40s I drive an M3 and think when I am too old for another in 10 years I still don’t think I will go the Merc. I am too much of a hoon !!! Would love an Aston Martin DB 9 . A really lovely classic car with grunt and noise.That would be my retirement car.