2007 BMW 328 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 BMW 328. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
