1990 BMW M3 vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 5.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3300 mm |