2007 BMW 116 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 116 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
