1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 54 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 71 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, 2012 Jeep Compass, 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | 300 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
