1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 2007 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2007 Nissan Tiida is newer by 53 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 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 9 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida, 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 2007 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300B | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
