1962 Ford Taunus vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1962 Ford Taunus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1962 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1962 Ford Taunus | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Taunus | 300 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3160 mm |