1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 225 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 300B | Musso |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
