1967 Alvis TF vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 164 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TF | 300 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |