1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 45 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 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 48 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
