1972 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (208 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (526 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 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 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | E |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 526 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
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 |