2005 BMW 525 vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 62 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, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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 714 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
