2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
