2007 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | 380 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |