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Benz E-Class E 350 vs 430I Coupe

Mercedes-Benz · BMW

1/4 Mile winner
Benz E-Class E 350
Beats the 430I Coupe by 0.10s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Benz E-Class E 350 beats the 430I Coupe by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Benz E-Class E 350 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
255 hp
255 hp
0–100 km/h
5.7s
5.8s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
500 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$49,000
$48,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Benz E-Class E 350
430I Coupe
100 m
6.192s
6.241s
1/8 mile
9.129s
9.198s
1/4 mile
13.669s
13.765s
1 km
24.293s
24.434s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: 430I Coupe is $48,000 vs $49,000 for the Benz E-Class E 350 — a $1,000 gap.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Benz E-Class E 350 or the 430I Coupe?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Benz E-Class E 350 is faster, beating the 430I Coupe by 0.10 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Benz E-Class E 350 vs the 430I Coupe?

The Benz E-Class E 350 hits 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds, while the 430I Coupe does it in 5.8 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Benz E-Class E 350 produces 255 hp; the 430I Coupe produces 255 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Benz E-Class E 350 tops out at 250 km/h, and the 430I Coupe reaches 250 km/h.

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