2009 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1959 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 325 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |