1994 BMW M5 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 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 M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | 300S |
Year Released | 1994 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |