BMW 5 Series 2003 sedan vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972 size comparison

Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980 is 119 mm (2.5%) longer than BMW 5 Series 2003–2010 sedan. It is 24 mm (1.3%) wider, 43 mm (2.9%) lower and 23 mm (0.8%) shorter in wheelbase.

DimensionBMW 5 Series 2003–2010 sedanMercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980Difference
Length4841 mm4960 mm+119 mm (+2.5%)
Width1846 mm1870 mm+24 mm (+1.3%)
Height1468 mm1425 mm-43 mm (-2.9%)
Wheelbase2888 mm2865 mm-23 mm (-0.8%)

BMW 5 Series 2003–2010 sedan dimensions · Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980 dimensions