1999 BMW V12 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 776 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW V12 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V12 | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5990 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 909 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2406 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |