2004 BMW 545 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 18 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, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 545 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
