1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 701 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1962 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1962 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1800 | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
