1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
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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1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | 300 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |