1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 18 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
