2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 447 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tiburon | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
