2009 BMW 316 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 BMW 316.
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 316 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 316 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 316 | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |