1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy

To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is newer by 42 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 82 more horse power than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. (133 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy
Make Mercedes-Benz Pininfarina
Model 300 Enjoy
Year Released 1961 2003
Engine Size 2996 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4850 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1329 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1080 mm


 

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