2007 BMW M vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M | E420 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
