1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 300 | Victor |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |