1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 45 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT 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 550 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
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:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 92 L |
