1972 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 475 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touring | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
