1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 2010 BMW 135 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 350 | 135 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2659 mm |