2000 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 BMW 318.
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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 318 | 250 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |