1992 BMW 545 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1992 BMW 545. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 545 | SL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
