Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse and predecessors (1985 – 1993) vs BMW M6 Coupe (1984 – 1989): specs compared

The BMW M6 Coupe is the more powerful of the two, with up to 286 hp against 234 hp. It is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 6.4 s against 7.9 s. It has the higher top speed: 254 km/h against 240 km/h. The Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse and predecessors uses less fuel, from 6.7 L/100 km against 11.6 L/100 km.

Specification Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse and predecessors Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse and predecessors 1985 – 1993 BMW M6 Coupe BMW M6 Coupe 1984 – 1989
Overview
Origin Germany Germany
Documented years 1985 – 1993 1984 – 1989
Body style — Coupé
Variants 10 1
Fuel Diesel, Petrol Petrol
Drive RWD RWD
Gearbox Manual Manual
Performance
Power 75 – 234 hp 286 hp
Torque 126 – 273 Nm 340 Nm
0–100 km/h 7.9 – 19.2 s 6.4 s
Top speed 159 – 240 km/h 254 km/h
Economy
Fuel economy 6.7 – 11.1 L/100 km 11.6 L/100 km
Dimensions
Length 4,740 mm 4,755 mm
Width 1,740 mm 1,725 mm
Height 1,445 mm 1,354 mm
Wheelbase 2,799 mm 2,624 mm
Curb weight — 1,505 kg

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