2008 BMW 130 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 130 and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
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, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 130 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 130 | 300S |
Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |