2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | E | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |