1971 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 31 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 2,084 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 165 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touring | A |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
