1971 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 920 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 S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touring | S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
