1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
| Model | SE | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
