2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
