2006 Audi TT vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT 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, 2006 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TT | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
