2001 BMW 530 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 530 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | 300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |