2009 BMW 135 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (283 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (549 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 135 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |