1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 51 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 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 318 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon 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 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 300 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
