2009 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1398 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
