1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1970 TVR Vixen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 993 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 300 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
