2008 BMW 118 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 118 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
