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 87 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 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, 2001 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 181 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.7 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 |