1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 500 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
