2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | 250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
