1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 66 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, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 911 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 500 | 325 |
Year Released | 1944 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2494 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 | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |