1973 BMW Touring vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 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 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 925 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | CL |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |