2008 BMW 550 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | 350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3499 cc |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 65.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |