2007 BMW 323 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
