1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 790 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2004 | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
