2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. Both 2009 BMW Z4 and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | 300S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| 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 | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
