1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1974 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pickster | S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
