1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
