2009 BMW 328 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 328 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |