1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 400 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2933 mm |
