1993 BMW M5 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 4 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, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (323 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 BMW M5.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | 500 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |