1971 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | E |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |