2009 BMW 135 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 605 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 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 135 | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2915 mm |
