1987 BMW 320 vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 320 | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | 230 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |