2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 466 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z4 | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |