2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
