1992 BMW 318 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 37 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 74 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 318 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 318 | 300 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |