1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 300 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
