2007 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 BMW 323 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 323 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 630 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |