2008 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
