2009 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M6 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |