1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. 2013 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | M6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |