1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
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 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 2010 BMW 320 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 350 | 320 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |