1973 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 625 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touring | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
