1976 BMW 630 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 7,410 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (612 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 592 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (848 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 630 | E |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 848 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
