2007 BMW 118 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 118 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3005 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
