1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Monaro | 300 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |