1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (138 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 182 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
