1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 280 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
