1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 250 | X3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.5 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |