2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW has manual transmission. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | CW |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
