2009 BMW 320 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 881 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |