2008 BMW 630 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 630 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 630 | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2940 mm |