1973 BMW Touring vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3430 mm |