2007 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
