1972 BMW Touring vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 960 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touring | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
