1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 220 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 28.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
