Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238)
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Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 350vsMercedes-Benz E-class (W210) · Facelift 1999 AMG E 55 V8
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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AMG E 55 V8
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 350
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.9 s
- Fastest top speed265 km/h165 mph Unrestricted250 km/h155 mph Restricted
- Lightest1,660 kg3,660 lb
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range957 km594 mi
- Best economy score88/100
Mercedes-Benz E-class (W210) Facelift 1999 AMG E 55 V8
- Most powerful354 hp264 kW
- Highest torque530 Nm391 lb-ft
- Best power-to-weight200 hp/t149 kW/t5.0 kg/hp
- Best overall score72/100
- Best performance score70/100
- Best practicality score77/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 299hp223kW | 354hp264kW |
| Torque | 400Nm295lb-ft | 530Nm391lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,660kg3,660lb | 1,770kg3,902lb |
| Gross weight | 2,250kg4,960lb | 2,280kg5,027lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 82.2s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated | 58.2s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9s | 5.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 20.8s Calculated | 17.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.6s Calculated | 5.6s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 12.5L/100 km18.8mpg US22.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK | 18.2L/100 km12.9mpg US15.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.0s Calculated | 13.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 180hp/t134kW/t82hp/1000 lb Calculated | 200hp/t149kW/t91hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 241Nm/t161lb-ft/ton Calculated | 299Nm/t200lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 957km594mi Calculated | 640km398mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,991cc121cu in | 5,439cc332cu in |
| Length | 4,826mm190in | 4,818mm190in |
| Width | 1,860mm73in | 1,799mm71in |
| Height | 1,430mm56in | 1,411mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,873mm113in | 2,833mm112in |
| Front track | 1,605mm63in | 1,560mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,609mm63in | 1,543mm61in |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 66L | 80L |
| CO2 emissions | 158g/km | - |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 350: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz E-class (W210) Facelift 1999 AMG E 55 V8: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 3,000-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 5,500 rpm | 3,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.6 s | 5.6 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.9 s | 5.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 20.8 s | 17.6 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.1 s | 6.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.2 s | 9.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.8 s | 11.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.0 s | 13.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 167 km/h 104 mph | 177 km/h 110 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 299 hp 223 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 354 hp 264 kW |
Mercedes-Benz E-class (W210) Facelift 1999 AMG E 55 V8 has 55 hp more than Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 350.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 350 and Mercedes-Benz E-class (W210) Facelift 1999 AMG E 55 V8: 55 hp (41 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 530 Nm 391 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 1,660 kg 3,660 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 5.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 5.9 s |
Although Mercedes-Benz E-class (W210) Facelift 1999 AMG E 55 V8 has more power, Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 350 is quicker from 0-100 km/h.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 12.5 L/100 km 18.8 mpg US 22.6 mpg UK |
The biggest fuel consumption difference is between Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 350 and Mercedes-Benz E-class (W210) Facelift 1999 AMG E 55 V8: 5.6 L/100 km.
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 180 hp/t 134 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 200 hp/t 149 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 957 km 594 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 640 km 398 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 299 hp 223 kW | 5.9 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 354 hp 264 kW | 5.9 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 |
| 12.5 L/100 km 18.8 mpg US 22.6 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 350 is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 12.5 L/100 km 18.8 mpg US 22.6 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | 180 hp/t 134 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | 200 hp/t 149 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 12.5 L/100 km 18.8 mpg US 22.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 350 | Mercedes-BenzE-class (W210)Facelift 1999AMG E 55 V8 | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 299 hp 223 kW | 354 hp 264 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | 530 Nm 391 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.9 s | 5.9 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,660 kg 3,660 lb | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 12.5 L/100 km 18.8 mpg US 22.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 957 km 594 mi | 640 km 398 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 158 g/km | - | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 180 hp/t 134 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 200 hp/t 149 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 350 | Mercedes-Benz E-class (W210) Facelift 1999 AMG E 55 V8 |
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| Consumption | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 12.5 L/100 km18.8 mpg US22.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 21.88 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 35.20 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,875 L495 US gal412 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,811 LC/year | 3,281 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 350
- Is 110 kg lighter
- Uses 5.6 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 317 km (197 mi) more estimated range
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best estimated range
Cons
- Lowest power
Mercedes-Benz E-class (W210) Facelift 1999 AMG E 55 V8
- Has 55 hp more
- Has 130 Nm more
- Has 20 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Best power-to-weight ratio
Cons
- Highest combined fuel consumption
- Heaviest
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