1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
