1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 51 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 357 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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.
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1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | 300 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 66 L |