1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 BMW 123.
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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 300 | 123 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |