1997 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 318 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
