2008 BMW X3 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 21.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
