1999 Honda Today vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 41 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 191 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Today | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |