2008 BMW 120 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 326 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 120 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
