1995 BMW CLS vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1995 BMW CLS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1995 BMW CLS (260 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. (233 Nm). This means 1995 BMW CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW CLS | 1973 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLS | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
