well, it has to happen sometimes. Do you want me to find reviews were E-class lose aganist them?

No problemas.
Autobild have driven them several times before but with another winners. Weird, huh?
Serisoly speaking, Autobild said the E500 won because of the combination V8 and comfort. Autobild also said there are no loosers, it was a matter of taste but him, the tester, prefered the E500.
Also, as usual, the 540i was sportier to drive and was the best buy for the money according to Autobild.