2004 BMW 325 vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 325 | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 5.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |