1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
