1963 Honda S500 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1963 Honda S500 is newer by 4 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 115 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S500 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 71 L |
