1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dino | 300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |