1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 54 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 337 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 300S | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
