S600 and S500 performance
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S600 and S500 performance
My friend is going to buy one of those "BIG S" cars. 
I am just wondering about performance of those cars.. 
How long does it take from 0-60MPH, 0-100MPH? 1/4 mile run, max. speed.
He is interested in S500 and S600. Thanks for your info!
I am just wondering about performance of those cars.. How long does it take from 0-60MPH, 0-100MPH? 1/4 mile run, max. speed.
He is interested in S500 and S600. Thanks for your info!
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Your friend should consider the higher maintenance costs associated with the 12 cylinder engine. My wife drives our 1998 S600. We upgraded from a 1996 S500 and my daughter currently drives a 1995 S500 coupe. Both cars have an ample amount of power and you really cannot feel the difference between the 500 and 600 until you get out on the highway. The 600 has a tad more options than the 500 and the suspension is completely different. Tell your friend to test drive both and see which suits him best. They are great cars and have given me a good experience overall. For the numbers:
W140 S600: 0-60=6.1 seconds 1/4 mile=14.6 seconds
W140 S500: 0-60=6.8 seconds 1/4mile=15.2 seconds
W140 S600: 0-60=6.1 seconds 1/4 mile=14.6 seconds
W140 S500: 0-60=6.8 seconds 1/4mile=15.2 seconds
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i drove a S600 and it has a mountain of torque, it really feels MUCH faster than the 6.1 times states. i heard they are as fast as 5.8 depending. either way they are awesome but maintenance is hell i hear.
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Originally Posted by OmeyHomey
i drove a S600 and it has a mountain of torque, it really feels MUCH faster than the 6.1 times states. i heard they are as fast as 5.8 depending. either way they are awesome but maintenance is hell i hear.
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