The Last Uncompromised S-Class 👀 #w140 #mercedes #s600

BMW’s surprise V12 pushed Mercedes to create the most advanced S-Class ever — the W140. Mercedes’ W140 S-Class spent nearly eight years in development, becoming the first truly networked, computer-driven luxury car long before its 1991 debut. This Short explores how BMW’s 1987 E32 750i forced Mercedes to build the 6.0L V12 M120 for the S600, why it triggered huge cost overruns, and how the car became a favorite of heads of state, oligarchs, and post-Soviet mobsters. You’ll see why Mercedes pushed displacement, valve count, and power to beat BMW, and how the W140 became infamous inside the company for its massive budget. The story also reveals Mercedes’ secret V16 program with 85 prototypes — and even a planned W18 — all part of a billion-dollar effort that ultimately cost several executives their jobs. For anyone searching the history of the W140, the M120 V12 engine, or the rivalry sparked by BMW’s V12, this video breaks down what made the last uncompromised S-Class so extreme. Enjoy the video, and feel free to check out more auto history on the channel! #Mercedes #W140 #SClass #BMWV12 #M120 #CarHistory #LuxuryCars #Automotive #shorts