2001 BMW 735 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 895 kg more than 2001 BMW 735.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 735 | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
