1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 500 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1941 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |