1993 BMW 520 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1993 BMW 520 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 520 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 520 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 520 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
