I am sure it flows less, to what extent? Who knows. The PNs for the air filter elements are different.

The M103 is no power house in a W126.

lol You will not starve it for air at idle, it may restrict SOME power up top. Probably not enough to notice

Just run it until you find the correct unit.

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I'm not a doctor, but I'll have a look.

'85 300SD 245k
'87 300SDL 251k
'90 300SEL 326k

Six others from BMW, GM, and Ford.

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