2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
