1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 500 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
