1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2010 BMW 550.
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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 500 | 550 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4971 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |