2007 BMW 320 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 2007 BMW 320 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. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | 300B |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 216 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 | 1505 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |