The era of the BMW E39 and the Mercedes W210 captures a golden chapter in late‑’90s and early‑’00s German automotive rivalry. The BMW 5 Series (E39) rolled off the production line from September 1995 to May 2004, featuring advancements like an aluminum front suspension and a drag coefficient as low as 0.27. Meanwhile, the Mercedes E‑Class (W210) was built from June 1994 to March 2003 and introduced fresh design touches — like xenon headlights and a distinctive “four‑eyed” façade — to Mercedes’ e