2009 BMW 125 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
