1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 133 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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 230 | 300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2308 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |