1998 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,606 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 211 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
