1974 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 38 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), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (136 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | B |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
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 | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2699 mm |