2005 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
