1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea 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. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 546 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea 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 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | 300S | Altea |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |