1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 450 | 535 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |