1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 33 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
