1992 BMW 332 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 332 | 250 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3430 mm |