1998 BMW V12 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1998 BMW V12 is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 BMW V12.
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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (401 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW V12 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V12 | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1744 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
