1991 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Domino, 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Domino | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Domino | 300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
