2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 (195 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 (358 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Equus | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
