1990 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | 230 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |