2009 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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. Both 2009 BMW 330 and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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2009 BMW 330 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |