1973 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 705 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touring | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1735 kg |
