1962 Austin Princess vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1962 Austin Princess is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 250 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Princess | 300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |
