1992 BMW 332 vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 29 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 332 | 230 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
