1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 250 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
