1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118.
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 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 420 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
