2009 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |