1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 101 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 300 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10:01 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |