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. Both 2009 BMW 330 and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 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 330 (315 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm). 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 | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
