1954 Ford 12 M vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, both 1954 Ford 12 M and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1954 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford 12 M | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 12 M | 300B |
Year Released | 1954 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |