1999 BMW M28i vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 44 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 407 kg more than 1955 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 M28i (355 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M28i | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
