1997 BMW 318 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 1997 BMW 318 and 1997 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 555 kg more than 1997 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 BMW 318 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 318 | V |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |