2005 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 316 | 250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
