1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 5 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 52 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consorte | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
