1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1968 BMW 2800 is newer by 7 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 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 640 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
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:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2800 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
