2007 BMW M6 vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M6 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |