1998 Honda Accord vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 27 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1958 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 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | 300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |