1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 52 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 100 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 300 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |