1984 BMW 316 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 970 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 316 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 316 | S |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |