1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 48 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 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 300 | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 65 L |
