1992 BMW 850 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 850 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:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | E |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
