1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 450 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
