2009 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 325 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |