2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bravo | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
