1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 44 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 39 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
