1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 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 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 420 | 325 |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |