View Poll Results: If you have to pick one or the other, which one, BMW or Mercedes Benz
BMW
35
63.64%
Mercedes Benz
20
36.36%
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Mercedes or BMW?
11-09-05, 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by magneto112
And the CL-class and SL-class are instant classics. They will be timeless designs, just like the many previous generations. I cant really say that about previous BMW's but I am sure many can disagree.
11-09-05, 11:32 AM
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The original poster asked for best overall car line between MB & BMW.
As this thread shows, it is a very difficult decision because each excell in many different areas which have already been pointed out.
I'd probably vote MB as best OVERALL line - It's also more extensive.
Yes, BMW offers the best driving dynamics but that may be the only advantage.
-MB offers what a majority will say are better looking cars.
-MB has better interiors and are more luxurious.
-MB offers the most powerful line of cars (AMG) out there (aside from exotic).
-MB quality issues aren't that much worse than BMW's right now.
If all you want is the best driving machine, buy a BMW. Otherwise go with a Benz.
Oh wait, make it a LEXUS.
As this thread shows, it is a very difficult decision because each excell in many different areas which have already been pointed out.
I'd probably vote MB as best OVERALL line - It's also more extensive.
Yes, BMW offers the best driving dynamics but that may be the only advantage.
-MB offers what a majority will say are better looking cars.
-MB has better interiors and are more luxurious.
-MB offers the most powerful line of cars (AMG) out there (aside from exotic).
-MB quality issues aren't that much worse than BMW's right now.
If all you want is the best driving machine, buy a BMW. Otherwise go with a Benz.
Oh wait, make it a LEXUS.
11-09-05, 07:13 PM
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Thanks everyone for your replies.
Seems like BMW is winning, mostly for better handling and feel. I agree, though if I could only drive one car, it would be the Mercedes 500SL - IMO, one of the most beautiful cars ever made.
Seems like BMW is winning, mostly for better handling and feel. I agree, though if I could only drive one car, it would be the Mercedes 500SL - IMO, one of the most beautiful cars ever made.
11-09-05, 08:01 PM
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When did they start putting a hemi engine in the AMG's? I think you are smoking something.
Mercedes realized the Japanese were making cars for much less with a higher reliability rate, so to keep up Mercedes decided to do the same by buying out a manufacturer who could teach them just that.
Mercedes learned from Chrysler what sells... the rest you can figure out by seeing the chrysler and mercedes lineup.
11-09-05, 08:19 PM
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I used to be a big fan of MB, but their recent offerings have left me feeling a little cold. I do agree they have some classic styling, though. Right now I'd have to vote BMW. I'm one of those "like the 3 series" guys (ya, sue me!) - I just think at the moment they make a more fun car, and to me fun is a big factor.
11-10-05, 08:55 AM
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Originally Posted by braheem
Hemi, AMG whatever neither are true Mercedes. You've owned a few Mercedes and so have I, please dont tell me the new Mercedes are attracting people for the same reason that made them famous.
Mercedes realized the Japanese were making cars for much less with a higher reliability rate, so to keep up Mercedes decided to do the same by buying out a manufacturer who could teach them just that.
Mercedes learned from Chrysler what sells... the rest you can figure out by seeing the chrysler and mercedes lineup.
Mercedes realized the Japanese were making cars for much less with a higher reliability rate, so to keep up Mercedes decided to do the same by buying out a manufacturer who could teach them just that.
Mercedes learned from Chrysler what sells... the rest you can figure out by seeing the chrysler and mercedes lineup.
Also what is the common thread between the Chrysler lineup and Mercedes, Einstein?
11-10-05, 09:35 AM
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Given the choice between M-B or BMW, in the pre-Chris Bangle days, an absolute no-brainer......I would have taken a BMW, hands-down, even though M-B excelled in safety features and a vault-like body structure.
To be honest, today I personally wouldn't buy either brand. Mercedes, while still excelling in safety features, has some of the poorest-quality electronics and hardware in the buisness, and, while I have not yet seen the BMW 1-series, just about all of the other Chris Bangle BMW designs, especially the 5, 6, and 7-series, have, IMO, been ruined with I-Drive, shoddy body and interior materials and workmanship, ugly styling, and poor reliability.
To be honest, today I personally wouldn't buy either brand. Mercedes, while still excelling in safety features, has some of the poorest-quality electronics and hardware in the buisness, and, while I have not yet seen the BMW 1-series, just about all of the other Chris Bangle BMW designs, especially the 5, 6, and 7-series, have, IMO, been ruined with I-Drive, shoddy body and interior materials and workmanship, ugly styling, and poor reliability.
11-10-05, 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by lkirchner
Boy are you ever a genius. AMG is as much Mercedes as the M is BMW. There have been AMG/Mercedes since 1988. Hemi has never been Mercedes, you rocket scientist. I have no idea what is attracting other people to Mercedes nor do I care.
Also what is the common thread between the Chrysler lineup and Mercedes, Einstein?
Also what is the common thread between the Chrysler lineup and Mercedes, Einstein?
11-10-05, 12:06 PM
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Originally Posted by sha4000
what is with all the sarcasm?mercedes owns chrysler and everything that comes with it, plus i see lots of MB styling in the new chryslers
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11-10-05, 01:03 PM
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Originally Posted by sha4000
what is with all the sarcasm?mercedes owns chrysler and everything that comes with it, plus i see lots of MB styling in the new chryslers
Actually, it was a merger of two big companies. MB couldn't "buy" a company as big as Chrysler if they wanted to. In fact, MB is having to cut costs everywhere just to stay ahead.
What Chrysler looks "Mercedes like" to you? Just wondering.
11-10-05, 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by genearch
You are preaching to the choir my friend... many bash iDrive, yet have no real world experience with it... 
Anyway sorry for the OT.