1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520. 2005 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
