1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 316 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
