2002 BMW Formula One vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2002 BMW Formula One is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Formula One (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Formula One should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 BMW Formula One.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Formula One. (355 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Formula One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Formula One | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Formula One | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4973 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1666 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
