1959 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 700 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
