2009 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |