1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 BMW 118.
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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 300S | 118 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |