1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 41 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 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 461 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
