2007 BMW 650 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 650 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3050 mm |