1988 BMW 524 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 3 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 15 kg more 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 524 | 300 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |