1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 1982 Tatra T613
To start off, 1982 Tatra T613 is newer by 31 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. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Tatra T613 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 50 kg more than 1982 Tatra T613.
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, 1982 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 1982 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | 300S | T613 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2990 mm |
