1973 BMW 3 vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1973 BMW 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |