1974 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 33 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | CLS |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |