1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | 300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
