2009 BMW 335 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
