1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 200 | 125 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |