1977 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 520 | C |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |