1996 BMW 840 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 5 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1996 BMW 840. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 840 | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |