2008 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (480 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 530 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |