2009 BMW 735 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2009 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 735. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 735 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 469 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
