2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 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 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | M6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |