1972 BMW Touring vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | SL |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |