2010 BMW 128 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 128 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 BMW 128.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 128 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 128 | E |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1845 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
