1991 BMW 518 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1991 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 518 | CW |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
