1974 BMW Touring vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 11 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 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 340 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | 250 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |