By The Numbers

The E82 128i and E46 ZHP pair six-speed manuals with naturally aspirated sixes, and their performance figures are closer than expected.

Steven Paul • November 4, 2026

Both pair BMW’s S62 V8 with a six-speed manual, but the M5 sedan and Z8 roadster put that power to very different use.

Steven Paul • October 22, 2026

BMW and Mercedes-Benz continue the close race to win the crown for the top-selling premium automaker in the United States.

Horatiu Boeriu • July 12, 2013

With 22,501 vehicles or an 11 percent increase in sales, Mercedes-Benz takes the early lead in the U.S. premium segment

Horatiu Boeriu • February 5, 2013