1991 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 BMW 320. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | E |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
