1984 BMW 323 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1984 BMW 323. 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
