2009 BMW 750 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 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 450 kg more than 2009 BMW 750.
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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. 2009 BMW 750 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 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |