2005 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
