2009 BMW 335 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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 144 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
