2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2940 mm |
