2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z4 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |