2009 BMW 750 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | 230 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
