2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 640. (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 640.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 640 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
