1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 weights approximately 590 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.
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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 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 ActiveHybrid 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 300 | ActiveHybrid 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
