1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 19 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 3,312 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 118 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3312 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1411 mm |
