2006 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 279 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
