1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1968 Dodge Coronet is newer by 5 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. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 55 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coronet | 300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |