1974 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 275 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (231 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | C |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |