1974 BMW Touring vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1974 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | S |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |