1993 BMW 856 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 BMW 856. (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 856. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 BMW 856. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 856. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 856. 2013 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. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 BMW 856 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 856 | E |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1402 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |