1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 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 30 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 500 | 125 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |