2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
