1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 500 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
