1971 BMW Touring vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 470 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | CLK |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |