1990 BMW 518 vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 518 | S |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |