1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan.
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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Dinan has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Dinan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dinan | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
