1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. Both 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 and 2007 BMW 525 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 has manual transmission. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 250 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
