2008 BMW X3 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X3 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 120 L |
