2008 BMW 735 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 735 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
