1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 300 | 330 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |