2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
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 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
