2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 680 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
