1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. Both 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 and 2004 Toyota Sienna are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2004 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2004 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
