2011 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | E | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1841 kg | 1640 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
