1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 573 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 BMW 7 Series (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 has manual transmission. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 230 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
