2009 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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 330 (500 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
