1995 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1995 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 BMW 525. 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) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 525. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1398 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
