1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 26 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 80 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | 300 | 5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |