1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (123 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2970 mm |
