1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 38 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 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 72 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 240 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 24.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
