1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 579 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
