1971 BMW Touring vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | 200 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |