1972 BMW 520 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 520 | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
