1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300

To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 37 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.

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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.

Compare all specifications:

1993 De Tomaso Bigua 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
Make De Tomaso Mercedes-Benz
Model Bigua 300
Year Released 1993 1956
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1780 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1040 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2910 mm


 

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