2007 BMW 650 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 7,410 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (612 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2007 BMW 650. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 BMW 650. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (848 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 650 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 7410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 848 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
