2007 BMW 545 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 545 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
