1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 has manual transmission. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 240 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
