2009 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 525 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5495 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |