1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1910 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1600 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
