2000 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 205 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 525 | 300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |