1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pickster | S |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |