1974 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 755 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touring | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
