1996 BMW 725 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 725 | 200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 173 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |