1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 420 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
