1988 BMW M5 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | 300 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |