1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
