1994 BMW 740 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1956 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1994 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
