2008 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 135 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2008 BMW 135. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 135 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
