1972 BMW Touring vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 11 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | 300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |