2009 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2874 mm |
