2003 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 34 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 40 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 342 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 120 L |
