1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z8 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
