1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 45 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (275 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H 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 355 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H.
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 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 275 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2910 mm |
