1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 50 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 591 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX 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 149 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 300 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
