2009 BMW 125 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 120 L |
