1996 BMW 535 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 3 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 BMW 535. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 535 | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
