1983 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 810 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 BMW 325 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 325 | E |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4913 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2874 mm |