2007 BMW 650 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (343 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
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 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 650 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |