1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
