2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 20 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 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
