1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, both 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 and 1963 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1963 Renault 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | 300 | 4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |