2000 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
