1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 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 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 650 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
