2007 BMW 318 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 318 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |