2009 BMW 135 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 135 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.8 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 | 1525 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |