1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 44 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 99 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | 300 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
