2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 40 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker.
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.
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2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tracker | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3160 mm |