1987 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. Both 1987 BMW 318 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 459 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (261 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 318 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 318 | C |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |