1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 BMW 528.
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:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 300 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
