1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
