1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 300 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |