2007 BMW 550 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | 280 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
