1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 44 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 41 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 272 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 300 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |