1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 447 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1500 | C |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |