1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 50 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | 300 | A3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |