1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. 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 (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3.3 | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
