1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 61 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1961 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 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira.
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1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 300 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |