1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 220 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
