1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 53 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 632 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1404 mm |