1981 BMW 725 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 725 | 300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |