1996 BMW 535 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.

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1996 BMW 535 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 535 E
Year Released 1996 1968
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3430 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 232 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 179 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2760 mm