1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 260 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | 300 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
