1998 BMW V12 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW V12 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (507 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW V12 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (631 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW V12 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V12 | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1145 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
