1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 500 | 118 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |