1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 52 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 719 kg more than 1960 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 300 | 750 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |