1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 777 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 220 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 28.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
