2009 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |