2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 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 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |