BMW 5 Series 2017 vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972 size comparison
Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980 is 6 mm (0.1%) shorter than BMW 5 Series 2017–2020. It is 33 mm (1.7%) narrower, 48 mm (3.3%) lower and 117 mm (3.9%) shorter in wheelbase.
| Dimension | BMW 5 Series 2017–2020 | Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4966 mm | 4960 mm | -6 mm (-0.1%) |
| Width | 1903 mm | 1870 mm | -33 mm (-1.7%) |
| Height | 1473 mm | 1425 mm | -48 mm (-3.3%) |
| Wheelbase | 2982 mm | 2865 mm | -117 mm (-3.9%) |
BMW 5 Series 2017–2020 dimensions · Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980 dimensions