1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chairman | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
