E55 AMG or S55 AMG

X5Jay · #1 10-17-2007, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Kewl X5

AMG cars are fast, but their handling has something that left to be desired. Even non-M BMW with sports packages handle better than some AMG cars.

That's another concern, but I guess I wouldn't expect a boat as big as an S55 to handle like an M3 anyhow. Is it really that bad?

AzNMpower32 · #2 10-17-2007, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by X5Jay

That's another concern, but I guess I wouldn't expect a boat as big as an S55 to handle like an M3 anyhow. Is it really that bad?

True, but I don't think an S55 can outhandle a 745i, especially a Sport model.

MBs are spotty on reliability. And I think the E-class has a brake-by-wire that's prone to malfunction and lacks any sort of linear feel. And think about it........do you really want a brake system that's prone to problems?? It's basically a German muscle car that can only go fast in the straights. I'd opt for an Audi if you don't want BMW.

SANguru · #3 10-18-2007, 01:14 AM

yet another clueless comment. Brake by wire is primary and backup is still a live connection to master cylinder etc. There is a failback. BMW is just as bad.. ever read how much oil the m5 motor is burning, SMG issues, gremlins.. oh wait.. you've never owned one so you don't know... oh wait.. you've never owned an audi either or a MB for that matter...

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Originally Posted by AzNMpower32

True, but I don't think an S55 can outhandle a 745i, especially a Sport model.

MBs are spotty on reliability. And I think the E-class has a brake-by-wire that's prone to malfunction and lacks any sort of linear feel. And think about it........do you really want a brake system that's prone to problems?? It's basically a German muscle car that can only go fast in the straights. I'd opt for an Audi if you don't want BMW.

JayX5 · #4 10-18-2007, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by AzNMpower32

True, but I don't think an S55 can outhandle a 745i, especially a Sport model.

MBs are spotty on reliability. And I think the E-class has a brake-by-wire that's prone to malfunction and lacks any sort of linear feel. And think about it........do you really want a brake system that's prone to problems?? It's basically a German muscle car that can only go fast in the straights. I'd opt for an Audi if you don't want BMW.

Good point, but not sure I'd like to deal with Audi/ VW ever. Just asking for reliability problems.

AzNMpower32 · #5 10-18-2007, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JayX5

Good point, but not sure I'd like to deal with Audi/ VW ever. Just asking for reliability problems.

So we're back to square one: get a BMW.