1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 118 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
