2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | 250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
