1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 400 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2730 mm |
