1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 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 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 528 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4192 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
