1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1970 Opel GT | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 300 | GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |