1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 51 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
