1999 BMW 750 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 673 kg more than 1957 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 750 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 275 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |