2005 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |