2004 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 45 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
