2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 895 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 640 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
