2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 670 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 125 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
