BMW has always had a racing heritage as opposed to the class and status of Mercedes Benz. BMW produces racing motorcycles, etc. MBZ produces powerful, luxurious passenger cars (for the most part). Bimmers on the whole are smaller than MBZ'S. My 325 is a great little car, but it ain't no Benz.

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Jeff L
1987 300e
1989 300e
1987 BMW 325