1996 BMW 535 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 535 | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |