2004 BMW M5 vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 BMW M5.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
