1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 500 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 67 L |
