2000 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | 200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |