2007 BMW 523 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 523 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
