1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 57 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
| Model | 300 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
