1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 240 | 335 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |