1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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 425 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
