2006 BMW 335 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 33 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 335 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 335 | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |