1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 (245 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | 300 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
