1975 BMW 520 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 225 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 520 | S |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |