1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 vs. 2012 BMW 525

To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 2012 BMW 525
Make Mercedes-Benz BMW
Model 180 525
Year Released 1954 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1767 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 45 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4907 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1462 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L


 

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