1993 BMW 856 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 BMW 856. (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 856. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 856. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 856. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 856 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 856 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 856 | E |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2875 mm |