1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 250 | 650 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |