2006 BMW M6 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (376 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
