2002 BMW 760 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 760 | 300B |
Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |