1981 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 BMW 525.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 525 | C |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |