2008 Honda Civic vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S 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 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | 300S |
Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |