2009 BMW 135 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 67 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 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 875 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2009 BMW 135 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. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 135 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 120 L |