2009 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 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 | 1385 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
