2003 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2003 BMW M3 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
