1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1962 Vauxhall VX4 has manual transmission. 1962 Vauxhall VX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | 300 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
