1990 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (234 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW M3 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 323 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |