2008 BMW X3 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X3 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
