2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 BMW 135.
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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 135 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |