1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 212 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | S |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |