1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 58 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 300 | M5 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2889 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |