1973 BMW 3 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | C |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |