2009 BMW 323 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster 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 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 323 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |