1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 27 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 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 420 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
