1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 59 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 50 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi, 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, both vehicles can yield 230 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | 300S | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |