2009 BMW M3 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |