1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 37 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 200 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
