1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. Both 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 and 2007 BMW Z4 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 532 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 300 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
