2008 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
