1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
