2007 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1956 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
