1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2004 Tata E is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Tata E.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 2004 Tata E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 300S | E |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
