2007 BMW M vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M | 200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |