BMW 5 Series 2010 vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972 size comparison

Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980 is 61 mm (1.2%) longer than BMW 5 Series 2010–2017. It is 10 mm (0.5%) wider, 39 mm (2.7%) lower and 103 mm (3.5%) shorter in wheelbase.

DimensionBMW 5 Series 2010–2017Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980Difference
Length4899 mm4960 mm+61 mm (+1.2%)
Width1860 mm1870 mm+10 mm (+0.5%)
Height1464 mm1425 mm-39 mm (-2.7%)
Wheelbase2968 mm2865 mm-103 mm (-3.5%)

BMW 5 Series 2010–2017 dimensions · Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980 dimensions