1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300

To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 61 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Austin 3-Litre 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
Make Austin Mercedes-Benz
Model 3-Litre 300
Year Released 1968 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2962 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 219 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 88.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 80.3 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L


 

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