1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. 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, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3.3 | 450 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |