1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 45 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2013 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 300 | M6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |