1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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.
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1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |