1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. 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, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
