2006 BMW 523 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 571 kg more than 2006 BMW 523. 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 523 | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5401 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |