2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 8 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compass | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
