2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 5,437 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 134 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5437 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
