2009 BMW 120 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 120 | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |