2008 BMW 130 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 130 and 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| 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 | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
