Comparison of the 2015 BMW Coupe and the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Coupe

 After we bid farewell to the 3 Series Coupe from BMW, we finally welcomed the completely revamped generation No. 4. The new sports coupe from the German company is more elegant and more elegant, and aims to achieve its permanent goal, which is to compete with the Mercedes-Benz E Class Coupe.Undoubtedly, the coupe body is one of the most amazing innovations in the automotive industry. When the coupe model is derived from a sedan of the same design, the result is often excellent, but not always. Fortunately, the new generation of BMW Coupe came with a bold and imposing design while maintaining the core values ​​of BMW cars, to deserve today to be put head-to-head against the Mercedes-Benz E350 Bluetec Coupe.car designFrom any angle, the BMW 4 Series Coupe’s design is stunning. In the same front end as the 3 Series GT models, the arched bonnet complements the low roofline. The top of the car grabs attention and flows backwards in a very balanced way, with the large taillights. The rear suspension is shorter, which makes the overall proportions of the 4 Series very close to the shape of the Grand Terror.For the Mercedes E350 Bluetec Coupe, the design has been a success since it was launched on the market, with the same aristocratic tone as Mercedes’ saloon car design. With a redesign of all the errors found in previous designs.In general, the BMW model is more aggressive, and despite the wonderful design, it would be better if it was found on a sports car and not a luxury saloon car, the Mercedes-Benz model still retains its usual calm and sobriety that commands respect.InteriorThe same contrasts persist in the interior of the two cars, Mercedes-Benz presented the same discreet sporty interior design, the interior of the E Class Coupe came in diamond black, with aluminum decorations, the layout of the dashboard belongs to the Mercedes-Benz design style, with the center console loaded with many controls, the screen above the console looks Small for the shape of the dashboard.As for the 420 d coupe, it looks more modern and elegant with two colors covering the cabin, wooden trim, and a more comfortable steering wheel position for the driver.Overall, the ergonomics of the BMW 420 d Coupe’s cabin is much better than that of the E-Class Coupe, and the interface to the infotainment system is much simpler.Driving impressionsThe difference in design clearly affects the way each of the German coupes drives, the E Class Coupe is less flexible on the road despite its 18-inch tires, while the 420D Coupe model runs on 19-inch tires, it offers more flexibility on the road and adaptability Better in the driving lane.Say the Mercedes model was certainly not in fit, the BMW model outperformed on the winding road as a result of the handling and handling is lighter than the Mercedes-Benz model, as for the brake system, the Mercedes-Benz braking is more heavy than expected.Engine and transmissionWhen it comes to comparison in the driving force, it is far from equal, so let’s compare in terms of technology and bio-efficiency.As for the V6,250 horsepower and 457 pound-feet of diesel, the 3.0-liter under the hood of the E350 remains the benchmark for this segment, its superiority undeniable. The speed is transmitted through the famous Mercedes-Benz 7G TRONIC PLUS transmission.As for the 4 Series model, it comes with a 2.0-liter diesel engine that produces 181 hp, not in the level of the Mercedes engine, but the performance is more than excellent with the support of the lower gear and the 8-speed ZF automatic.Final impressionsThe differences in performance may be an element to look at, but for both German cars, they each have their own character, which may appeal to a wide audience. BMW has developed a 4 Series Coupe with an aggressive design that may appeal to some, but it is far from the designs of that class of cars, while Mercedes has retained the same well-known prestige despite the major modernization of the design.Finally, which car do you like and find it suitable for you? Share your answer below